Florida Rent control / state preemption

Can cities in Florida pass rent control?

Preempted. Regulation of residential tenancies and the landlord-tenant relationship is preempted to the state, overriding local rules on screening, deposits, application fees, lease terms, disclosures, landlord fees and notice requirements. (Local rent control is separately barred.)

Verified Source: Fla. Stat. § 83.425 · last checked 2026-10-15